Marvin Logan is the Executive Director of Youngstown-based OH WOW! Children's Center for Science & Technology. In this episode, we spoke to Marvin about building a STEM education pipeline connecting education, government, nonprofits, and the tech industry. OH WOW!® The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science & Technology opened in downtown Youngstown, Ohio on May 12, 2011 to rave reviews and overwhelming community support. Today, OH WOW!®’s brand is well-respected, and the organization is an anchor and economic development engine in downtown Youngstown’s central busine ..read more

Angelo Mazzocco is Vice President of Advisory Services at AVAAP. AVAAP is an industry-focused technology management and advisory services partner known for delivering strategic technology solutions and exceptional customer experiences. In this episode, we spoke with Angelo about the amazing community behind Central Ohio's tech growth, some of the keys that have led to innovation success in Columbus, and why tech collaboration is vital during times of challenge. Prior to AVAAP, Angelo was President of 3SG Plus, the Chief Information Officer of Central Ohio Primary Care, President of Pillar Te ..read more

Right now, Ohio is in the midst of a generational opportunity with the growth and development of our tech economy.  For this special Built in Ohio Podcast, we welcomed Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted. This episode was built and released for our annual #OhioTechDay celebration.  Held annually on the final Friday in September, #OhioTechDay celebrates and promotes tech in Ohio and inspires students to consider innovation careers. In this episode, we talk with Lt. Governor Husted on his work with the State of Ohio, how exciting technologies like AI will impact Ohio, and how we can build ..read more

Kristy Campbell is the Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer of Rev1 Ventures.  In this episode, we talk with Kirsty about the Columbus tech scene, how Rev1 Ventures  helps entrepreneurs build great companies, and inclusion in the startup ecosystem. Kristy leads operations for Columbus-based Rev1 Ventures,  providing strategic services and capital to help startups scale and corporates innovate. She supports cross-team delivery of client services – including talent programs, corporate partnerships, infrastructure (via Rev1 Labs’ innovation center), and access to ..read more

Ray Leach is CEO of Cleveland-based JumpStart. In this episode, we talk with Ray about the economic impact of startups and entrepreneurs, the growing work their team is doing, and creating equitable opportunities. JumpStart is a nonprofit venture development organization providing capital, services and connections to help entrepreneurs grow, researchers commercialize and corporations innovate. Their mission is to unlock the full potential of entrepreneurship to transform entire communities. Ray is the founding CEO of JumpStart and through his leadership the organization has gained a national ..read more

Ray Leach is CEO of Cleveland-based JumpStart. In this episode, we talk with Ray about the economic impact of startups and entrepreneurs, the growing work their team is doing, and creating equitable opportunities. JumpStart is a nonprofit venture development organization providing capital, services and connections to help entrepreneurs grow, researchers commercialize and corporations innovate. Their mission is to unlock the full potential of entrepreneurship to transform entire communities. Ray is the founding CEO of JumpStart and through his leadership the organization has gained a national ..read more

Lindsay Watson is the co-founder and CEO of Augment Therapy. In this episode we talk about Lindsay's journal going from physical therapist to startup founder.  With a career as a physical therapist specializing in pediatrics for nearly 20 years, Lindsay is now a  tech entrepreneur with a passion to drive change in the rehab industry by integrating innovative augmented reality technology into treatment.  Taking her expertise and industry experience, she is now the co-founder and CEO of Augment Therapy Inc, a company which combines the best of augmented reality, Telehealth, and ..read more

Ray Leach is CEO of Cleveland-based JumpStart. In this episode, we talk with Ray about the economic impact of startups and entrepreneurs, the growing work their team is doing, and creating equitable opportunities. JumpStart is a nonprofit venture development organization providing capital, services and connections to help entrepreneurs grow, researchers commercialize and corporations innovate. Their mission is to unlock the full potential of entrepreneurship to transform entire communities. Ray is the founding CEO of JumpStart and through his leadership the organization has gained a national ..read more

Denise Bartick is the President and CEO of MAX Technical Training. In this episode, we talk with Denise about one of the largest issues facing tech companies today: tech talent. MAX, based in Mason, was created by Denise in 1998 and provides corporate and individual IT training. They recently celebrated their 25th anniversary in business. Denise and Chris dive into the evolution of tech talent needs by companies over the last 25 years, how smart businesses stay ahead of the ever changing landscape, and the resources available to help re-skill and up-skill Ohioans. To learn more about Denise ..read more

Ray Leach is CEO of Cleveland-based JumpStart. In this episode, we talk with Ray about the economic impact of startups and entrepreneurs, the growing work their team is doing, and creating equitable opportunities. JumpStart is a nonprofit venture development organization providing capital, services and connections to help entrepreneurs grow, researchers commercialize and corporations innovate. Their mission is to unlock the full potential of entrepreneurship to transform entire communities. Ray is the founding CEO of JumpStart and through his leadership the organization has gained a national ..read more